TWO men have been arrested in connection with the theft of potentially deadly fireworks.

The dangerous air bombs were due to be part of the spectacular Bonfire showcase on Stockton’s Riverside.

Detectives have arrested two local men aged 27 and 25 years. Both have been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

A large quantity of the stolen fireworks have now been recovered, but there are still a number which have yet to be located - described by police as blue and brown in colour.

Police are again making an appeal for information about the fireworks.

Detective Inspector Jon Green of Stockton CID said: “Although we have recovered a significant amount of the stolen fireworks, there remains a number which we are very keen to trace.

“The potential risk of someone coming to harm when handling these fireworks cannot be over emphasised and I would appeal to anyone who may know of their location, or have any information in connection to them, to contact us immediately.”

Anyone who finds the devices is urged not to handle them but to remain at a safe distance and call the police on 01642 326326.